Officials weigh protecting endangered flower on Aggieland road
COLLEGE STATION Texas officials examine the Navasota ladies tress along State Highway 6 from FM 159 to the Navasota River whereDamage delays to widen a seven mile stretch. Community leaders say the flower may block safety improvements while TxDOT notes environmental surveys are required before barrier projects can proceed.
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Death penalty popular along the Bible Belt
In Nashville area, Christians cite eye for an eye scripture supporting capital punishment as Tennessee prepares to execute its first death row inmate in 40 years, Robert Coe, on March 23. Religious leaders split, with opponents describing the Bible Belt as the Death Belt while law changes push Tennessee toward executions.
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Fort Worth debates local gun show rules for city facilities
Fort Worth officials revive efforts to regulate gun shows at city owned venues. Some demand licensing of dealers and background checks while others warn of potential business loss and broader gun restrictions. The proposal targets city owned property with volume attendees exceeding five million yearly nationally and relates to ATF licensing and Brady Act coverage.
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Texas
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Kelco employees did not commit fraud say attorney
A Lexington viatical settlement firm, Kelco Group, denied fraud claims after federal investigators searched May 19 for clues on clean-sheeting. Attorney Robert Webb said Kelco avoids suspect policies and its staff does not participate in schemes alleged in other states.
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